Boom Lake

Fri 2nd Sept. It wasn't quite a rest day, more an active recovery day. Chose a easy walk with only 175 m elevation gain. The morning was relaxed not rushing away from the campground, Doug even got to enjoy bacon and eggs for breakfast. The hike - Boom Lake was just 7 km southwest of Castle junction, so not to far away. I even went without a backpack, only camera and water bottle, and told Doug to go ahead so I could just go at an easier pace. And it was a very leisurely walk, and once got to the lake, had a quick swim - rather invigorating, then sat in the sun for about an hour before heading back. Hike stats: 10.48 km, active time 2 hrs 02, elevation gain 230 m.Then it was something to eat and a bit of book reading before heading to Lake Louise village, where we are hiding out until about midnight then will drive to Moraine Lake to hopefully secure a carpark for the day. Steps D 16552 / V 17006Read more